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Lung transplant journey- when to refer and outcomes
Starting on:
Oct 15, 2026
Ending on:
Oct 15, 2026
Moderator(s):
Prof. Jumaa Bwika
Consultant Pysician and Pulmonologist
Venue:
ZOOM
Max Credits:
3 Points

Provider:
KENYA ASSOCIATION OF PREVENTION TUBERCULOSIS AND LUNG DISEASES
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Lung transplant journey- when to refer and outcomes

Starting on:
Oct 15, 2026
Ending on:
Oct 15, 2026
Venue:
ZOOM

Description

Lung transplantation can be life-saving for patients with end-stage lung disease, yet many suitable candidates are referred too late or never referred at all. This is especially true in settings where transplant services are not available locally. This webinar walks healthcare workers through the full lung transplant journey: recognising which patients may benefit, the right time to refer, what transplant evaluation involves, and what life looks like after transplant. The session is hosted by the Respiratory Society of Kenya (ReSoK). It is designed for medical officers, clinical officers, nurses and other frontline health workers who care for patients with chronic lung disease. It places international transplant practice in the Kenyan and regional context, including referral pathways abroad, cost and access barriers, and the role of the local care team before and after transplant.

Objectives

By the end of the webinar, participants should be able to: Identify the main chronic lung diseases that may lead to transplant, such as COPD, interstitial lung disease/pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis, bronchiectasis and pulmonary arterial hypertension. Recognise the clinical signs that a patient should be referred for transplant assessment, and explain why early referral matters. Outline the key eligibility criteria and contraindications for lung transplantation. Describe the steps of the transplant journey, from referral and evaluation through waitlisting and surgery to follow-up. Discuss expected outcomes after lung transplant, including survival, quality of life, and common complications such as rejection and infection. Understand the role of local healthcare workers in preparing patients before transplant and supporting their long-term care afterwards, including adherence to immunosuppressants and monitoring. Appreciate the access challenges facing Kenyan patients, and the options available for referral and patient support.

Presenters

  1. Prof. Said Isse


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